Description
The Department of Mathematics at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS), invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, starting August 2021, and pending budgetary approval. The department offers PhD and Master’s degrees in Mathematics, and has active research programs in Algebra, Applied Mathematics, and Probability. For further information about the department, please visit math.uccs.edu.

Preference will be given to applicants with research interests in Applied/Computational Mathematics or Probability. To be successful a candidate must have a PhD in Mathematics or a related field at the time of the letter of offer, possess a strong research record, and show potential to secure external funding. Preference will be given to candidates with post-doctoral research experience. The position requires teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels (in person and online), research, mentoring of graduate students, and service. The standard workload is 40% teaching, 40% research and 20% service.

Who We Are:

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) (link: https://www.uccs.edu/experience/about-uccs) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 10,500 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students.

Colorado Springs (pop. 400K+) is situated at the base of Pikes Peak, offers many recreational and cultural activities and was recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top Best Places to Live in the U.S.

What We Offer:

Salary Range: Generally starts at $71,000 - $73,000

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid vacation and time off, and a tuition benefit. Information on university benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at http://www.cu.edu/employee-services. Total compensation goes beyond the value on the paycheck.  Please consider reviewing the Total Compensation page at Total Compensation Calculators | University of Colorado.

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To
assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for
employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, educational verification, and, when
appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance
of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or
activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided
upon request for with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new
employees by the end of the third day of work.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Mathematics or a related field at the time of the letter of offer

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-doctoral research record
• Strong research record
• Research interests in Applied/Computational Mathematics or Probability
• Potential to secure external funding

Physical Requirements: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. Employee is occasionally required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, moderate energy requirements and fine motor skills. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Colorado Springs
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Oct 7, 2020
Unposting Date: Ongoing